Trainee Decontamination Technician

Type: Trainee
Region: London

Job Description

Bank Trainee Decontamination Technician – Bank Hours

We are now inviting applications for the post of Trainee Decontamination Technician.

This exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic individuals, who have an eye for detail and a desire to make a difference.  A full training programme will be undertaken to ensure the necessary skills are achieved during which you will report to one of our Decontamination Technician Supervisors.

There are opportunities to undertake an apprenticeship either now or in the future.

This job is a starting point for a successful career in medical device decontamination with a development structure and future opportunities for senior roles within the organisation.

The successful applicant must have

• Sound written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required

• Good computer skills (MS Office package)

• Flexibility and adaptability

• Demonstrated customer service skills

• Willingness to work the occasional night shift once competence is achieved

You are required to have a good level of general education and a desire to progress in the field. Full training will be provided.

Key responsibilities include

• Performing the full decontamination cycle on re-usable medical devices (surgical instruments) to the highest of standards, in line within all Ramsay policies and procedures

• Participate fully in quality control processes ensuring procedures and documentation is completed accurately at all times

What we give back to you

• Competitive hourly rates plus enhancements

• Free DBS

• Contributory pension scheme

• Excellent training and development opportunities

• Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities)

• Free uniform

• Access to Blue Light Card

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. “Our employees are Ramsay.” The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. 

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

We care.

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It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it’s a belief that’s as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.